Nanbankan - Yakitori bar

Magnolia Bakery

Now that I am back in New York I had to stop through to Magnolia Bakery since all my friends in Los Angeles raved about this place.  I must say I am glad I went!  The baked goods are divine!

Eats in Los Angeles

After two weeks back in Los Angeles here are some new spots I discovered worth visiting!  Bon appetit'


church & state - downtown LA

French

beautiful . flavorful . rich environment . quiet dinner

gjelina - venice beach

American

new flavors . excellent coffee . hipster joint . beach bums

Crispy Fingerling with Truffle Oil, Herbs & Parmesan

 Maitake Mushroom, Roasted Asparagus, Poached Eggs & Parmesan Breadcrumb

Sugar for your coffee

Cafe Verde - Pasadena

Mexican

family feel . rich flavors . authentic 

Huevos Ranchero con Chorizo

literati cafe - brentwood
American


creative energy . cafe . great to meet a friend

amandine cafe - santa monica
French Bakery


low key . charming . gorgeous pastries

Pappa Rich
Dessert


hot buns . new experience . fresh out of oven

Morimoto Restaurant experience - Iron Chef#3

Iron Chef III Morimoto restaurant located in 

Chelsea Market was light, beautiful and flavorful to each bit.

Western style fusion with Japanese cuisine.

Bento Box

 Black Cod

Every restroom stall include "The Bidet" seat offers the ultimate in personal hygiene for both men and women by featuring dual action warm water washing. Activated by a simple touch, the hidden wand extends to provide a gentle aerated stream of warm water for a cleansing that leaves you feeling refreshed. Relax on the heated seat!!!  Talk about luxury restaurant restrooms... What else would you need?

screen shot of Morimoto website     

morimoto nyc

APPLE PICKING @ Barton's Orchard

This the most beautiful time of the year to go apple picking during the Autumn season.  We were able to pick Rome, Granny and Machintoch Apples.  Mixing all the apples for apple pie was the best thing ever!  DELISH!


Hudson Valley Upstate New York

Homemade Apple Pie Recipe Made With Fresh Apples

• Recipe for 9" Double Crust Pie Crust 
• 6 cups Granny Smith apple slices, peeled and cored
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 - 3/4 teaspoon cinnamon or nutmeg to taste
• 2 Tablespoons cold butter, cut in small pieces
• 1 Tablespoon milk or cream for brushing the top crust
• 1 Tablespoon sugar and 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon for dusting the crust

Make sure to mix the sugar, brown sugar and cinnamon all together and sprkinle in each layer.  
Slice apples thin

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.

Roll out the pie crust bottom and tops according to The Best Pie Crust directions, leaving enough overhang to fold underneath. Place the bottom pie crust evenly in a 9" pie pan or ceramic pie dish and set aside. Fold the top crust in half and place a towel over it so it doesn't dry out.

In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with lemon juice. Add sugars, flour and spices if desired, mixing gently.

Fold into prepared pie crust and dot with cold butter.

Follow the double crust directions below.

Bake for 40-50 minutes or until crust is golden brown and juices are bubbly. Place a piece of aluminum foil around the rim if the edges start to brown too fast.

Remove to cooling rack and let cool for at least 30 minutes.

Serve Apple Pie à la mode with ice cream or sweetened whipped cream.

Refrigerate any leftovers.

Makes 1 double crust apple pie. Serves 8.

DON'T forget your scoop of ice cream!